2001 Mazda Demio vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 586 kg more than 2001 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Demio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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 Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Demio | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Demio | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
