2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
