2005 BMW M6 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 M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 272 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 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 275 kg more than 2005 BMW M6.
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 M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M6 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
