2003 Mazda 2 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 745 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2 | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1398 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
