2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 6 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 248 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mazda 6 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 6 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |