2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano

To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 675 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model A4 Viano
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 88.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 208 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 13 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 2040 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L