2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
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 (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Viano | Frontier |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3723 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 152 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |