2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drifter | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1520 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 69 L |
