2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 657 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2006 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:
2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | Viano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 2085 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 | 11.2 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |