Passat Variant vs Atenza
Volkswagen · Mazda
1/4 Mile winner
Passat Variant
Beats the Atenza by 0.03s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Passat Variant beats the Atenza by a hair, finishing 0.03 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Passat Variant thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
195 hp
192 hp
0–100 km/h
8.5s
8.5s
Top speed
220 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
1.5L I4 Turbo / 2.0L Diesel
2.5L SkyActiv-G
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
280 Nm
252 Nm
Price
$30,000
$25,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Passat Variant
Atenza
100 m
7.367s
7.337s
1/8 mile
10.838s
10.819s
1/4 mile
16.177s
16.205s
1 km
28.557s
28.820s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Atenza is $25,000 vs $30,000 for the Passat Variant — a $5,000 gap. Top speed: Passat Variant runs to 220 km/h, 10 km/h higher than Atenza.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Passat Variant or the Atenza?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Passat Variant is faster, beating the Atenza by 0.03 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Passat Variant vs the Atenza?
The Passat Variant hits 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds, while the Atenza does it in 8.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Passat Variant produces 195 hp; the Atenza produces 192 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Passat Variant tops out at 220 km/h, and the Atenza reaches 210 km/h.
Discussion (0)
Loading…