Mazda MAZDASPEED3 vs. Hyundai Elantra Touring Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the Hyundai Elantra Touring to the dealership as the Mazda MAZDASPEED3. When it comes to fuel economy, the Hyundai Elantra Touring beats the Mazda MAZDASPEED3. The Mazda MAZDASPEED3 is substantially costlier than the Elantra Touring when it comes to MSRP. The MAZDASPEED3 will cost you a bundle in gas every year compared to the Hyundai Elantra Touring. The Hyundai will save you a lots_of_money at the pump every year compared to the Mazda MAZDASPEED3.

Utility
Neither the Mazda nor the Hyundai Elantra Touring has a marked advantage with respect to seating capacity.

Convenience
You won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 than with the Hyundai Elantra Touring, as both offer similar ranges.

Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the Hyundai Elantra Touring's front cabin compared to the Mazda MAZDASPEED3. While the rear of the Hyundai Elantra Touring offers a bit more head- and leg-room than the Mazda MAZDASPEED3, there really isn't much of a difference.

Dimensions
The Mazda MAZDASPEED3 is tremendously more bulky than the Hyundai Elantra Touring. The Hyundai Elantra Touring's tank is about the same size as the Mazda MAZDASPEED3's, though the Mazda MAZDASPEED3's is slightly larger. The Hyundai Elantra Touring and the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 compete for the same parking spaces.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 packs quite a wallop and will knock the Hyundai Elantra Touring down a few rungs. On the flip side, bear in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the Hyundai Elantra Touring and the MAZDASPEED3 likely handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Mazda MAZDASPEED3 has a bigger engine than the Hyundai. Bear in mind that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but smaller engines can be stressed more. The MAZDASPEED3 packs quite a wallop compared to the Elantra Touring as far as torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly. The Hyundai Elantra Touring could learn a lesson or two from the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 regarding pickup.

Warranty
The basic warranty that comes with the Mazda isn't quite as generous as the Hyundai Elantra Touring's.