2003 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 730 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | Viano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 88 L |