2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
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 (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | Viano | 325 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |