2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 1062 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.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Etude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Etude | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2155 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
