2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (164 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |