2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 814 kg more than 2011 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
Model | S | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5784 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 48 L |