2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 3 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 673 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Etude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Etude | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
