2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2004 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest 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 122 kg more than 2004 Nissan Quest.
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 Nissan Quest, 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Viano | Quest |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1938 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |