2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X3 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
