2007 Mazda B2300 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2007 Mazda B2300 and 2007 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 954 kg more than 2007 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B2300. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B2300. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda B2300 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | B2300 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |