2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 300 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viano | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
