2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 199 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. 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 2006 Mazda B2300. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda B2300 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | B2300 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |