2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viano | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
