2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano

To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 568 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.

Because 2003 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (344 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mondeo 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Mondeo Viano
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 344 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 88.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 220 km/hour 174 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1478 kg 2046 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 80 L