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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 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 285 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6 | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
