2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Etude and 2005 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 354 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Etude | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Etude | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2519 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1399 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |