2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 270 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viano | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |