2005 Mazda 5 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 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 5 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 18 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 699 kg more than 2005 Mazda 5. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 5. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 5 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 5 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 5 | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
