2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-8 | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
