2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
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 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 5 | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
