1996 Mazda Levante vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 780 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Levante | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Levante | Viano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3210 mm |
