1998 Lotus Emme vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Emme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Emme would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Emme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1362 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme.
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, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Emme | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Emme | Viano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
