2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 129 kg more than 2010 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (271 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | Viano | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
