2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2010 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Etude | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2902 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
