2012 Chevrolet Sonic vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Sonic and 2012 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 19 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Sonic | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Sonic | 5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |