2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Impala | Viano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |