2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 565 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
