2012 Mazda 5 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 350 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda 5 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1615 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
