2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 97 L |
