1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Impala.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Impala | Viano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
