2000 Mazda Protege vs. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 431 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan (279 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Protege | Eurovan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2930 mm |
