2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2006 Mazda Drifter and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda Drifter | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Drifter | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 4921 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |