2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Drifter and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (571 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Drifter | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Drifter | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3994 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1835 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |