2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Etude and 2008 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,839 cc, 2008 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Smart ForTwo 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 2008 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2008 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2008 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Etude | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
