2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 287 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Toyota Solara (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Etude | Solara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2164 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
