2011 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 636 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC90 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XC90 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
