2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 2 and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 569 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda 2 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | 2 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |