2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Marathon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Marathon would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 18 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Marathon | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 10 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1535 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |