2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (401 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6 | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |
