2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang.
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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | Viano | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |