2010 Mazda 5 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda 5 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 5 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1631 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |