2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Sprinter and 2004 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sprinter | S |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 88 L |