2011 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2011 Hyundai Sonata and 2011 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3.
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.
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2011 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Sonata | 3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 190 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |