1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-01 | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
