2003 Mazda Washu vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Washu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Washu would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Washu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Washu (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 141 kg more than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Washu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 Mazda Washu (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Washu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Washu | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Washu | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |