2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B2500 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B2500 | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2720 mm |