2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viano | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
