2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 320.
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 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | Viano | 320 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
