2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
