2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 80 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viano | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
