2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 114 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 1074 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
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 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E500 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 2803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
