2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
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 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,789 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S 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 100 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viano | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
