2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Roadster | R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5461 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
