2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
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 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (187 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 436 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | Viano | Solara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |