2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Etude, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda Etude | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Etude | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2148 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |