2005 Mazda MX-Flexa vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MX-Flexa | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
