2010 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
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, both vehicles can yield 221 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tucson | 5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
