2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda B2500 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B2500 | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4031 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2720 mm |