2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1400 cc |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
