2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 5 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 5 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |