2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 9 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), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | Viano | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
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 | 108 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |