2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | Viano | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
