2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SL | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
