2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 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 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 265 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Viano | Quest |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |