2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Highlander | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 79 L |
