2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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 SL (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | SL | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2990 mm |
