2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2004 Volkswagen Passat and 2004 Mazda 6 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 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 108 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 Passat (225 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
Model | Passat | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 181 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |