2005 Mazda 2 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 2 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2 | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
