2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 982 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R (350 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (183 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3 | R |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |