2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Drifter and 2005 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Drifter | 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Drifter | B |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1991 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1435 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |