2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |