1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 450 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (271 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | Viano |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3210 mm |
