1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 820 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
