2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6. 2000 Volkswagen AAC has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volkswagen AAC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | AAC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
