2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3 | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5439 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 96 L |
