2001 Mazda Roadster vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 486 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Roadster has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Roadster | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadster | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |