1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 2010 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Yaris | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
