2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
