2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 714 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | Viano | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
