2005 Mazda 2 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 2 and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 626 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 2 | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
