1998 Mazda MPV vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MPV | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MPV | CLS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2874 mm |