2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 930 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carol | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
