2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (152 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner 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 495 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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 Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | Viano | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
