2012 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Mazda 5

To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. 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 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Mazda 3 2010 Mazda 5
Make Mazda Mazda
Model 3 5
Year Released 2012 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 5-speed automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4585 mm
Vehicle Width 1755 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1471 mm 1615 mm
Wheelbase Size 2639 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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