2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 611 kg more than 2012 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5. 2010 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Routan | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Routan | 5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2096 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
