2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 137 kg more than 2010 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | 5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |