2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 490 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | Viano | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |