1999 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 328 (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 558 kg more than 1999 BMW 328.
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, 1999 BMW 328 (279 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 328 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 328 | Viano |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |