1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B2500 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
