2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 3 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 300 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Etude | A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1991 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
