2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 728 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
