2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 5 | A |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
