2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 830 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3 | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
