2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Touran | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
