2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B2500 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3210 mm |
