1992 Mazda MX-6 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda MX-6 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1992 Mazda MX-6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 761 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-6, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda MX-6. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda MX-6. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1992 Mazda MX-6 has manual transmission. 1992 Mazda MX-6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Mazda MX-6 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-6 | CLS |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2875 mm |