2011 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1232 kg more than 2011 Volvo V70.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo V70 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V70 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
