2009 Mazda B4000 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000.
Because 2009 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B4000 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B4000 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
