2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2004 BMW 316 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 685 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | Viano | 316 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
