2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 493 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Because 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 2008 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sport Wagon | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 183 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |