2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z9 | Viano |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3210 mm |