2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 5 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 2,262 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 5, 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 (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 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 5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 5 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 5 | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1796 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 | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |