2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2012 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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 (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
