2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 700 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nitro | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |