2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | Viano | Transporter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |