2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1186 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Etude | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4172 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
