2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6.
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 (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
