2007 Mazda B2300 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mazda B2300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 532 kg more than 2007 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B2300. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B2300. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B2300 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B2300 | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
