2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 212 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town & Country | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |