2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 6 and 2006 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 134 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 6 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1983 cc |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |