2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 Lincoln Navigator.
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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Navigator | Viano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
