2012 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 312 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5. 2012 Dodge Charger 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Charger | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
