2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 364 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viano | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
