2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | Viano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |