1997 Mazda Sentia vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 525 kg more than 1997 Mazda Sentia. 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, 1997 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda Sentia | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sentia | Viano |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |