2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
