2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2006 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna 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 645 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 270 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | Viano | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |