1997 Mazda MPV vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 63 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MPV | E |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
