2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Equinox | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
