2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 2 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 2 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2 | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |