2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 583 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm) has 759 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B3000 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3000 | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 999 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2066 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |