2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 716 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
