2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 1,594 cc, 2005 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 272 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Etude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | Etude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
