2007 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 335 | Viano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |