2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda AZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda AZ would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | CLS | AZ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6206 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |
