2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 456 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-8 | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
