2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2001 Mazda 6 and 2001 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz G. (95 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G (525 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6 | G |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
