2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP) has 241 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 100 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLS | Viano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
