2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-8 | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
