2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis 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 611 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avensis.
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 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | Viano | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |