2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Jetta | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
