2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 5 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 5 | B |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |