2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2006 Porsche 911
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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (325 HP) has 217 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 620 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Viano | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
