2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 162 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | Viano | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 71 L |
