2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 C (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda RX-8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |