2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 8 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 321 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | Viano |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |