2005 Mazda 5 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 5 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 5, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 5. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 5 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 5 | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |