2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1364 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (699 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3 | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 2555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 96 L |
