2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2004 Kia Pride Wagon 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 (108 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Viano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3210 mm |
