2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Mazda B4000 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model B4000 E
Year Released 2001 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 207 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 324 Nm 315 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1345 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 80 L


 

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