2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 339 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 525 | Viano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |