2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 3 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3 | B |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |