2005 Mazda 5 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 5 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 5 weights approximately 619 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 5 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
