1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,950 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | C30 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |