2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda CX-9 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CX-9 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
