2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 2005 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6. 2005 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
