2005 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2005 BMW 545 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 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 445 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 545 | Viano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |