2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viano | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
