2004 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 945 kg more than 2004 BMW 530.
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 Sprinter (440 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 530 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
