1999 Mazda RX-Evolv vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv would be higher. At 2,987 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 535 kg more than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.

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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mazda RX-Evolv 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model RX-Evolv C
Year Released 1999 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2616 cc 2987 cc
Horse Power 276 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 9000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 511 Nm
Torque RPM 8000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1410 mm


 

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