2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 287 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 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 2008 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude. 2008 Toyota Tundra 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. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Etude | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1332 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
