2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer 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 244 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | Viano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
