2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Etude | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 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 | 2520 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
