2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2005 Holden Caprice

To start off, both 2005 Mazda Etude and 2005 Holden Caprice were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (362 HP) has 263 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 846 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 2005 Holden Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Caprice (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude. 2005 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda Etude 2005 Holden Caprice
Make Mazda Holden
Model Etude Caprice
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 6000 cc
Horse Power 99 HP 362 HP
Torque 142 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1891 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3009 mm


 

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