2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | Viano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |