2005 Acura CL vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL 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 1250 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CL | Viano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |