2006 Mazda 2 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 2 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1145 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 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 2 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2 | R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |