2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 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 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | 220 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |