2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 116 weights approximately 325 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 2010 BMW 116 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 2010 BMW 116. 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, 2010 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Etude | 116 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1370 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
