2007 Ford Territory vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 814 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory.
Because 2007 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano, 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Territory | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |
