2004 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2004 BMW 330 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 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 570 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (305 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | Viano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |