2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2004 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 51 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 S (800 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viano | S |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 800 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2091 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |