2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
