2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charger | Viano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |