2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 405 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | Viano | 545 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
