2008 Mazda Rustler vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Rustler and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 Mazda Rustler.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Rustler, 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Rustler. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Rustler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Rustler | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rustler | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1535 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
