2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 5 and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 824 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
