2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2007 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (351 HP) has 243 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | Viano | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 351 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |