2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 802 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda B3000 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | B3000 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 501 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.4 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |