2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,986 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 855 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6 | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2964 cc | 2986 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |