2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,614 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2005 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-8 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
