Hyundai i40 2015 vs Mazda CX-5 2015
| Body: | Sedan | Crossover / SUV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
| Performance | |||
| Power: | 135 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 165 NM | 210 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds | |
| Mazda CX-5 is a more dynamic driving. Hyundai i40 engine produces 15 HP less power than Mazda CX-5, whereas torque is 45 NM less than Mazda CX-5. Due to the lower power, Hyundai i40 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.2 seconds later. | |||
| Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 6.2 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 56 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | 210 mm (8.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda CX-5 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Mazda CX-5 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from five 4x4 versions of Mazda CX-5 2015 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
| Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Kia Sportage, Kia Ceed, Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai i30 | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 6, Mazda 3, Mazda MX-5, Mazda CX-3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Hyundai i40 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Mazda CX-5 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Hyundai i40 2015 1.6 engine: The engine is generally a reliable design and not particularly sensitive to fuel quality. However, it is prone to several common issues. One of the most widespread problems is the rapid buildup of carbon ...  More about Hyundai i40 2015 1.6 engine Mazda CX-5 2015 2.0 engine: This engine is not well-suited for low-quality fuel, as it quickly clogs the fuel system. The use of substandard fuel often leads to the failure of expensive ignition coils, resulting in significant repair ... More about Mazda CX-5 2015 2.0 engine | |||
| Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.74 m | 4.56 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.67 m | |
| Hyundai i40 is 19 cm longer than the Mazda CX-5, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Hyundai i40 is 20 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 506 litres | 503 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down | 1672 litres | 1620 litres | |
| Hyundai i40 has 3 litres more trunk space than the Mazda CX-5. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Hyundai i40 (by 52 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.94 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Hyundai i40 is 0.76 metres less than that of the Mazda CX-5, which means Hyundai i40 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`980 | 1`945 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | below average | |
| Mazda CX-5 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Hyundai i40 has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Mazda CX-5, so Mazda CX-5 quality is probably slightly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 9800 | 11 400 | |
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