2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2010 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | Viano | IS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
