2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Prius | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Prius | 5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |