2003 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda RX-8. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mazda RX-8 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | ML |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |