2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (187 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 700 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda B3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2986 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 95 L |
