2008 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 1 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, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 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 835 kg more than 2008 BMW 116.
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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 116 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
