2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |
