2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda DrifterX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda DrifterX would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda DrifterX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda DrifterX | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DrifterX | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 257 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |