2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey 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 | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | Viano | Journey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
