2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
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 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 291 kg more than 2000 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Viano | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
