2005 Chevrolet S-10 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 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet S-10.
Because 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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 Chevrolet S-10 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet S-10 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | S-10 | 5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2751 mm |