2005 Mazda Carol vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol would be higher. At 5,439 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Carol has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Carol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carol | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 5439 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 62 L |
