2007 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Nubira 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 656 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2007 Chevrolet Nubira | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nubira | Viano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |