2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
