2000 Mazda Protege vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Protege | 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Protege | B |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |