2016 Mazda CX-5 is the newer version with some differences, such as the model year and horsepower.. First of all, there is a difference in model years. The is 3 years newer. And finally, the 2013 CX-5 produces fewer horsepower than the 2016 CX-5. Among similarities are the body structure, starting price, fuel economy, ground shadow size, height, and maximum occupancy.