2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 170 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C. 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 C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda 6 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model 6 C
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 88.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 88.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 62 L


 

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