2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 676 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Terracan | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Terracan | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |