2011 Nissan Rogue vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Rogue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Rogue would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
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 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Rogue | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rogue | Viano |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4656 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |