2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Etude and 2008 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 486 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda Etude | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Etude | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1968 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 169 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |