2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 182 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | Viano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |