2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 358 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
Model | Touran | 2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |