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 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V70. (236 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 | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
