2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (504 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1559 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6 | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 504 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
