2001 Saturn Vue vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn Vue (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn Vue. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Saturn Vue | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Saturn | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vue | Viano |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |