2003 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda RX-8. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda RX-8 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | R |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |