2009 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 335 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
