2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 575 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Viano | Verada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
