2005 BMW 545 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 545 | Vito |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |