1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Activehicle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Activehicle would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 272 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Activehicle | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Activehicle | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1404 mm |
