2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 3 and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 408 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 3 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 3 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |