2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 247 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (346 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
