2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 10 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 405 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | Viano | Vantage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1241 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |