2000 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (200 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | B |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2699 mm |
