2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 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 175 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | Viano | 640 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |