2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 948 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Etude, 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Etude 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:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Etude | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3723 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 2060 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
