2005 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
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 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Bora | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
Model | Bora | 5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |