2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 835 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Etude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
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2005 Mazda Etude | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Etude | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1880 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2874 mm |