2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Sprinter and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2006 Dodge Sprinter and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G are equipped with a 2,688 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 154 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2688 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 96 L |
