2010 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5. 2010 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Touran | 5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
