2008 Mazda Etude vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 556 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Etude | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2438 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 132 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
