2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 668 kg more than 2004 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | Viano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3723 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |