2005 Infiniti M vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M 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 305 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
