2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
