2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 441 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lumina | Viano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 470 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |