2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Etude and 2005 Saturn LW were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn LW (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn LW weights approximately 305 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 Saturn LW (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Etude | 2005 Saturn LW | |
Make | Mazda | Saturn |
Model | Etude | LW |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2196 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 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 | 1093 kg | 1398 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |