2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 609 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Etude | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3278 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1654 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
