2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 311 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Etude | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3956 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
