2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 834 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. 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 2010 Mazda 6. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
Model | Touareg | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |