2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot 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 603 kg more than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2010 Jeep Patriot, 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
| Model | Viano | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
