2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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 150 kg more than 2010 BMW X3.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | Viano | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
