2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500. 2013 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mazda B2500 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | B2500 | Passat |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2803 mm |