2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 38 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 77 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 5 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 5 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |