MAHLE OC 57 vs MANN-FILTER W 920/17: Oil Filter Compatibility

Compare MAHLE OC 57 and MANN-FILTER W 920/17 oil filters by compatibility, dimensions, thread size, gasket fit, bypass valve, anti-drainback valve status, and match confidence. Use this comparison as a fitment review, not as an automatic substitution guarantee. Both use a 3/4-16 thread.

Quick verdict

RISKY

Both use a 3/4-16 thread.

  • Thread size is the first hard-fit check for any comparison of spin-on filters.
  • Gasket OD and gasket ID are the most important seal-related dimensions.
  • Height differences can matter for clearance even when thread and gasket fit appear close.
  • Bypass and anti-drainback differences may be important, depending on the application.

MAHLE OC 57 and MANN-FILTER W 920/17 specifications

How matching is scored
Specification
MAHLE OC 57
MANN-FILTER W 920/17
Thread size3/4-163/4-16
Gasket OD72 mm71.5 mm
Gasket ID62 mm62.5 mm
Can OD93.73 mm93.19 mm
Height104.9 mm95.81 mm
Internal bypass valveNoYes
Bypass PSIDNot applicable8 - 11
Anti-drainback valveNoYes

What matters in this specific comparison

Thread size matches: both are 3/4-16.

Gasket OD differs by 0.5 mm (MAHLE OC 57: 72 mm, MANN-FILTER W 920/17: 71.5 mm).

Gasket ID differs by 0.5 mm (MAHLE OC 57: 62 mm, MANN-FILTER W 920/17: 62.5 mm).

MAHLE OC 57 is 9.1 mm taller (MAHLE OC 57: 104.9 mm, MANN-FILTER W 920/17: 95.81 mm) -- check clearance before substituting.

Can OD differs by 0.5 mm (MAHLE OC 57: 93.73 mm, MANN-FILTER W 920/17: 93.19 mm).

Bypass valve presence differs: MANN-FILTER W 920/17 has one, MAHLE OC 57 does not.

Open related filters

Before substituting, verify thread fit, gasket sealing dimensions, height clearance, bypass behavior, and anti-drainback requirements for your specific application.