2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,999 cc, 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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, 2009 Mazda 6 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1197 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1294 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
