1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-01 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
