2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 6 and 2004 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (130 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 6 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 6 | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |