2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 48 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1189 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (346 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | Viano | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3724 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 180 HP |
Torque | 346 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |