2006 Lexus RX vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2006 Lexus RX 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX 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 493 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
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 RX (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus RX | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX | Viano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |