2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,839 cc, 2008 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Etude weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Mazda Etude (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Etude | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 980 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
