2012 Volkswagen GTD vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD.
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 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5. 2010 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTD has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen GTD | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | GTD | 5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| 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 | 168 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4213 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
