1999 Honda Today vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Today | 5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |