2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 312 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (350 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Allroad | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
