2011 BMW 535 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter would be higher. Both 2011 BMW 535 and 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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 595 kg more than 2011 BMW 535.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 535 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 535 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
