1998 Mazda Midge vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Midge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Midge | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Midge | Vito |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |