2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2009 Mazda RX-8 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 2009 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | A |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |