2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 5. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
