2005 Mazda Premacy 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 Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (145 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 Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Premacy | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Premacy | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1833 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |