2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B2500 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | B2500 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2860 mm |