2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 973 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 3 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3 | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |