2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 1 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Etude | Touran |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1895 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1498 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
