2005 Mazda Spiano vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 915 kg more than 2005 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Spiano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Spiano | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spiano | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
