2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MazdaSpeed3 | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
