2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2003 Subaru Baja 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 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja 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, 2003 Subaru Baja 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 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | Viano | Baja |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |