2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 2 and 2004 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (109 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 595 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 2 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 2 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |