2012 Mazda 5 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda 5 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 5 | G |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1615 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
