2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 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. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 855 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 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 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
