2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2148 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |