2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2002 Porsche 911
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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 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 720 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 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 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Viano | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
