2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3 | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
