2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2012 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | Viano | Carens |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |