2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | E | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
