2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B3000. (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000, 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
