2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 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 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3723 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
