2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (346 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | Viano | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
