2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 260 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (344 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Viano | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
