2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 733 kg more than 2004 Mazda B4000. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda B4000 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | B4000 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4031 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 410 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |