2003 BMW 545 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 763 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.
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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 545 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |