2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Entourage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Entourage would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. (344 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Entourage | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |