2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B4000 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B4000 | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |