2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 21 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (346 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
