2005 Infiniti M vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |