2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep 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 460 kg more than 1998 Saab 05-Sep.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saab |
| Model | Viano | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
