2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Mazda 5. 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 5 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
