2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 9 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, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | Viano | X6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |