2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 4 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6 | B |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |