2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |