2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 715 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6 | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 96 L |
