2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (160 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 5980 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |