2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 800 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Etude | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2694 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 21 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
