2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz S and 2010 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 866 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | S | 2 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
