2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP) has 290 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 970 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
