2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 5 | B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |
