2000 Ford Artic vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 748 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic.
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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Artic | Viano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
