2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 3 and 2009 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 3 | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 3 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |