2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1211 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2012 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. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Etude | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
