2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Etude | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Etude | B |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2034 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1345 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |