2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 325 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6 | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |