2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 GAZ 3111. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GAZ |
| Model | Viano | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
