2007 Ford Territory vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2007 Ford Territory 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 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Territory | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3723 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
