2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2009 Dacia Sandero and 2009 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero. 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Dacia | Mazda |
| Model | Sandero | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
