2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Etude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude. 2010 BMW 550 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. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Etude | 550 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
