2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Sonata | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
