2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2006 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MPV. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MPV weights approximately 358 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2006 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Entourage | MPV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
