2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Etude and 2008 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 785 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Etude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Etude | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2956 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
