2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2840 mm |
