2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1030 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | Viano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 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 | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |