2007 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 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 690 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 320 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
