2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2006 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 766 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | Viano | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |