2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 C (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda B2300 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B2300 | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |