2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 850 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Laguna | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
