2000 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 884 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen T5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 626 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
