2009 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano

To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 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 545 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 325 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 325 Viano
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 331 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 88.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.3 seconds 13 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 2040 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 75 L


 

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