2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-8 | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
