2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 544 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 5 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
