2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Etude and 2005 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 437 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.
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 Saab 03-Sep (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude. 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Etude | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1910 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
