2012 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | R | 545 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5156 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3216 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
