2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara.
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 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 5 | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 5 | Solara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |