2000 Hyundai Coupe 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 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Coupe 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 50 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.

Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Hyundai Coupe 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make Hyundai Mercedes-Benz
Model Coupe Viano
Year Released 2000 2003
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1974 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 137 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.3 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 3210 mm


 

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