2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 6 and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 867 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (335 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 6 | Multivan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |