2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2007 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 550 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 2007 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Viano | 350Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |