2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 945 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (346 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viano | Viano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3724 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 346 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |