2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 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 300 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 3 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3 | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |