2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,839 cc, 2005 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 382 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 (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Etude | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1749 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1475 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
