2009 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 BMW 730.
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 730 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 730 | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |