2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2008 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 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 733 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac G6 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | Viano | G6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
