2008 Mazda 2 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 2 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 589 kg more than 2008 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 2 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
