2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 662 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (344 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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2009 Land Rover Defender | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Defender | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |