2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. Both 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E are equipped with a 3,199 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 275 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.

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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model Viano E
Year Released 2004 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 186 km/hour 233 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2060 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 80 L


 

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