2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
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 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda DrifterX | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DrifterX | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
