2008 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |