2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 801 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |