2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,594 cc, 2005 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 5 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, 2005 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Etude | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
