2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 414 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | Viano | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1974 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
