1999 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 GMC Suburban.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | Viano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3210 mm |
