2005 Mazda AZ vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1469 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda AZ | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | AZ | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
