2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 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 BMW X6 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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2009 BMW X6 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X6 | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |