2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 494 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | Viano | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
