2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 5 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 5 | Vito |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |