2012 Audi Q5 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2012 Audi Q5 and 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi Q5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi Q5 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q5 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
