2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Marathon and 2005 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 718 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.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Marathon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Marathon | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Marathon | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 2235 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
