2004 GMC Safari vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (215 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 267 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | Viano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |