2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 36 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | Viano | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
