2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2008 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 564 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Viano | 350Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |