2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 2 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 2,032 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda 6 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model 6 B
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1838 cc 2032 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 56 L


 

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