2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 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 515 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
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, both vehicles can yield 270 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | Viano | 125 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
