2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 499 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
