2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 6 and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 310 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Mazda 6 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 6 | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |