2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda Drifter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda Drifter | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Drifter | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 3189 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |