2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.

Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Mazda CX-9 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mazda CX-9 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Mazda Volkswagen
Model CX-9 Touareg
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 3187 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 263 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 13.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 100 L


 

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