2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 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 765 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Viano | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
