2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mazda B2500 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B2500 | ML |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4030 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1951 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1862 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2913 mm |