2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 892 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Etude | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Etude | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 5461 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.5 mm |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1985 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |