2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2003 Toyota Mark II 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 Toyota Mark II (156 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II 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 480 kg more than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2003 Toyota Mark II 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 Toyota Mark II 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
