2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1282 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B2300 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 2648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
