2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Entourage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Entourage would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (344 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5. 2008 Hyundai Entourage has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Entourage | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
