2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
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 Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,065 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Supra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 475 kg more than 1999 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Supra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 1050 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
