2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 57 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Acadia | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
