2008 Mazda Rustler vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Rustler and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,398 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 886 kg more than 2008 Mazda Rustler.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Rustler, 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (225 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Rustler. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Rustler. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Rustler has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Rustler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Rustler | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rustler | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
