2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 352 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Etude | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1967 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1445 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
