2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 765 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | Viano | Boxster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 54 L |