2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | Viano | 125 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |