2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | Viano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
