2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 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), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1307 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |