2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 471 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Golf | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 13.3 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 | 1426 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
