2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 665 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Drifter | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Drifter | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3497 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1720 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |