2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Panda 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 94 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Panda | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Panda | Viano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 79 L |