2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 6 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 863 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6 | R |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 511 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |