2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 545 kg more than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Viano | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 135 L |
