2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP) has 273 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1500 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |
