2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | Viano | 335 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
