2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1175 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 2 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2 | R |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |