2012 Renault Logan vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan. 2011 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Logan | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Logan | 5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
