1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | B |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
