2006 BMW 745 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 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 680 kg more than 2006 BMW 745.
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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 745 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 745 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |