2007 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 2007 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
Model | Touran | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 180 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |