2001 Mazda MPV vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 33 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MPV | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | MPV | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
