2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 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 452 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Viano | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2350 mm |
