2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Etude | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1798 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
