2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2003 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis 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 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | Viano | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2370 mm |
