2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.

Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. 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 CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mazda CX-7 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model CX-7 B
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2258 cc 1699 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 54 L


 

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