2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 590 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2006 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | Viano | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |