2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 491 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 5 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
