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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm) has 60 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 | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
