2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1655 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |