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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 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.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 335 | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |