2006 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | Viano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |