2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (182 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 6 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |