2005 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 740 | Viano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 390 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |