2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 6 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 669 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6, 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 6 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.
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2008 Mazda 6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6 | Viano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |