2007 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 G (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | G | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |
