2005 Mazda Etude vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Etude | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1903 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1335 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
