2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2005 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2005 SsangYong Rexton are equipped with a 3,199 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 200 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 Rexton 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (295 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | Viano | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
