2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2003 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 514 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | Viano | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |