2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 253 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 836 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda Etude | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Etude | SL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 5980 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 661 HP |
Torque | 164 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1365 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |