2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 584 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (316 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |
