2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 320 (182 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2010 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | Viano | 320 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
