2007 BMW 550 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 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 863 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |