2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 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 1,594 cc, 2005 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 25 weights approximately 60 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 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2008 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Etude | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1395 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1105 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
