1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1065 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (241 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 830 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2960 mm |