2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Etude and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda Etude | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Etude | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1984 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |