2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 538 kg more than 2010 Mazda 5.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 5 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | Viano | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
