2012 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 69 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6.
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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mazda 6 | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | 6 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1621 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1795 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |