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1996 Volkswagen Passat vs 1996 Mazda MX-5 Comparison

Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.

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WINNER

Mazda MX-5

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points.

55.5–56.25
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

Volkswagen PassatSpecificationMazda MX-5
VolkswagenMakeMazda
PassatModelMX-5
1996Model year1996
SedanBody typeCabriolet
5Seats2
4Doors2

Performance

Volkswagen PassatSpecificationMazda MX-5
11,3 s0–100 km/h8,2 s
202 km/hTop speed197 km/h
1781 ccEngine displacement1840 cc
125 HPPower130 HP
168 NmTorque152 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

Volkswagen PassatSpecificationMazda MX-5
PetrolFuel typePetrol
65 ltFuel tank48 lt
12,8 ltUrban consumption—
6,9 ltExtra-urban consumption—
—Average consumption8,7 lt

Transmission & Chassis

Volkswagen PassatSpecificationMazda MX-5
4x4DrivetrainRear-wheel drive
5Gears5
195/65 R15Tyre size185/60 R14 82 H
YesABSYes

Dimensions

Volkswagen PassatSpecificationMazda MX-5
4670 mmLength3975 mm
1740 mmWidth1675 mm
1460 mmHeight1230 mm
1370 KgWeight990 Kg
2700 mmWheelbase2265 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

1996 Volkswagen Passat and 1996 Mazda MX-5 approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.

Overall, Mazda MX-5 leads the E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.

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