2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2009 Pontiac G8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (361 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | Viano | G8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 361 HP |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |