2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 768 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6 | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
