2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 740 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |