2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 346 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | E500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4966 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 | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
