2009 BMW 550 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 423 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3199 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |