2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sonoma | Viano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
