2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 6 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 2,987 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6, 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 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (145 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
