2012 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. Both 2012 Mazda 3 and 2005 Hyundai Coupe are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda 3 | 2005 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 3 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
