2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda Premacy | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Premacy | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |