2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 578 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sport Wagon | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |
