2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 3 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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, 2006 Mazda 3, 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 (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 3 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3 | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2496 cc |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 68.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |