2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge 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 233 kg more than 2011 Ford Edge.
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, 2011 Ford Edge, 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, 2011 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge 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 | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | Viano | Edge |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
