2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 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 440 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | Viano | 928 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |