2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 2 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda 2 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2 | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |