2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 355 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 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental 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 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | Viano | Continental |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | FlexFuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
