2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 207 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6 | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |