2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 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 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 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 100 kg more than 2012 BMW 730.
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 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 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 730 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | Viano | 730 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 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 | 244 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
