2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 8 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Polo | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Polo | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
