2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viano | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
