1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS.
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, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln LS | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LS | Viano |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |