2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Gol.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 1998 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Gol |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 274 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |