2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun.

Because 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun
Make Mercedes-Benz Mitsubishi
Model Viano Shogun
Year Released 2012 2009
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2987 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 88 L


 

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