2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30.
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, 2006 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | i30 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
