2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Palio II 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 970 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 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 Fiat Palio II, 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 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (136 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palio II | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
