2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B3000. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 773 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2183 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
