2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Mazda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Etude | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5379 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 318 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 94 L |
