2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 6 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2011 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | Viano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |