2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (345 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). 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 Viano | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viano | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3722 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
