2007 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
