2003 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 635 kg more than 2003 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda RX-8. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-8 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
