2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2011 Renault Logan
To start off, 2011 Renault Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Renault Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 Renault Logan. 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, 2006 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 2011 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 5 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
