2010 Mazda 2 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 510 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 2 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2 | B |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 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 | 960 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
