2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | Viano | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |