2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 591 kg more than 2006 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Routan | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Routan | 6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1966 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
