2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2005 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Almera (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera 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 969 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Viano | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1077 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
