2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Beaulieu | Viano |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 75 L |