2003 BMW 645 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 547 kg more than 2003 BMW 645.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 645 | R |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |