2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2005 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | Viano | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
