2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2003 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (344 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | Viano | 944 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2390 mm |