2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | Viano | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |