2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Etude | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
