2005 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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 Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Phaeton | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
