2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2004 Chevrolet S-10 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | Viano | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3130 mm |
