2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2002 Mazda 2 and 2002 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 719 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2, 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 S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 2 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2 | S |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 4266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3090 mm |