2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1390 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude. 2008 GMC Acadia 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. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Acadia | Etude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
