2006 Mazda 2 vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 2 | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
