2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 529 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 Vito. 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 Vito (330 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 Vito | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6 | Vito |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |