2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 390 kg more than 1995 Ford Fairlane.
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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | Viano | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2930 mm |