2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6 | B |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1991 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |