1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 810 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | E |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 162 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |