2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer 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 1113 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | Viano | Explorer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 4.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |