2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 766 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Touareg | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
