2000 Mazda Protege vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Mazda Protege. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Protege | Viano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
