2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
