2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2002 Mazda 6 and 2002 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 128 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 6 | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 6 | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |