2006 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2006 Lexus IS and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (176 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus IS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | IS | Viano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |