2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | A |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
