2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 31 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
