2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 2.2 CDi Trend vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 3.0 CDi V6
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 2.2 CDi Trend and 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 3.0 CDi V6 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 3.0 CDi V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 3.0 CDi V6 (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 2.2 CDi Trend. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 3.0 CDi V6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 2.2 CDi Trend.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 3.0 CDi V6 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 3.0 CDi V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 2.2 CDi Trend, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 3.0 CDi V6 (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 2.2 CDi Trend. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 3.0 CDi V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 2.2 CDi Trend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 2.2 CDi Trend | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 3.0 CDi V6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viano | Viano |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
