2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 205 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano, 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | Viano | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 117 L |
