2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 87 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 630 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy, 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 Mazda Premacy (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Premacy | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Premacy | Viano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |