2004 Mazda Spiano vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 777 kg more than 2004 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Spiano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Spiano | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Spiano | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2604 mm |