2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 270 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Enclave | Viano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
