2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR-S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR-S would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 1070 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
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 Viano (271 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | MR-S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
