2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 325 | Viano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |