2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 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, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude.
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 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (123 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Etude | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Etude | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1390 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.4 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 | 1089 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |