2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 497 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 6 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
