2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 4 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 25 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 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager 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 | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lancia |
Model | Viano | Voyager |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |