2005 Mazda 5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 5 and 2005 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 5 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2005 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 5 | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 5 | Lupo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |