2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 551 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Etude | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
