2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
Model | Passat | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |