1995 Mazda Midge vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1995 Mazda Midge. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 844 kg more than 1995 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda Midge, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda Midge. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda Midge has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda Midge will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Mazda Midge 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model Midge CLS
Year Released 1995 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1323 cc 4964 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 67 HP 302 HP
Torque 101 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1880 mm