2005 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen Jetta and 2005 Mazda Carol were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 736 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 Jetta (165 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Jetta | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
Model | Jetta | Carol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 58 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 60.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |