2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Etude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Etude | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3189 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
