2006 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2006 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz B and 2006 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Superb. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Superb weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
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, 2006 Skoda Superb (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | 2006 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | B | Superb |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
