2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 5 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano, 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | Viano | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |