2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 177 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda B2300 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B2300 | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2597 cc |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |