2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 5 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 5 | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |