2000 Lexus GS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS.
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, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | Viano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
