2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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 305 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | Viano | 328 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
