1997 Mazda MPV vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,224 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 13 kg more than 1997 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 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 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda MPV | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MPV | E |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3224 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |