2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Veracruz | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
