2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (149 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Etude | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Etude | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2148 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1540 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |