1995 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5.
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, 2011 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
Model | Trans Sport | 5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |