2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 799 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
