1996 Mazda MPV vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda MPV | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MPV | E |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |