2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda B2500 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B2500 | CL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2960 mm |