2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | Viano | 6 series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2979 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 |
Torque | 270 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |