2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1311 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 630 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |