2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 3 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 3 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3 | B |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2034 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |