2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Mazda Marathon. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Marathon | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Marathon | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3199 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1525 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
