2004 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2003 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | Viano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
