2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 500 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
