2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 7 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 64 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Etude weights approximately 445 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano 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 2012 Tata Nano. 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, 2005 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | Etude | Nano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 624 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
