2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 508 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2009 Volvo S80 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. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Etude | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2521 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
