2006 Mazda 2 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 2 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 730 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 2, 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 CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 2 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2 | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |