2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Veracruz and 2008 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 552 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Veracruz | 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |