2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision

To start off, both 2004 Mazda RX-8 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision weights approximately 53 kg more than 2004 Mazda RX-8.

Because 2004 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision, 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 Vision (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8.

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