2005 Mazda MX-Flexa vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa, 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MX-Flexa | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
