2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,224 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 292 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (479 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda B2300 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B2300 | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3224 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 479 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |