2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 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 341 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (344 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
