2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 131 kg more than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (344 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
