2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | Viano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |