2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 835 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viano | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
