2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 846 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda Etude | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Etude | CLS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 6200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 507 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4917 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |