2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1996 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1996 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 5 | 800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
