2013 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2013 Mazda 3 and 2013 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 155 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
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, 2013 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
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2013 Mazda 3 | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 3 | 5 |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |