2003 Mazda Protege/Protege 5 vs 2003 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor
| EPA figure | 2003 Mazda Protege/Protege 5 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body · drive | Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas | Compact · Rear-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 24 | 22 |
| City / highway MPG | 22 / 28 | 18 / 28 |
| Fuel a year | $2,800 | $3,750 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 370 | 404 |
| Engine | 2.0 L 4-cyl | 1.8 L 4-cyl supercharged |
| Transmission | Automatic (S4) | Manual 6-spd |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.