2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 494 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 5 | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 5 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |