2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. Both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano are equipped with a 2,148 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 444 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
