2005 Mazda 5 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 5 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
