2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Etude | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 5731 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 604 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
