2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 870 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | Viano |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 141 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |