2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-8 | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
