2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Drifter | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Drifter | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2604 cc | 6208 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1115 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |