2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-8 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
