2006 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 1220 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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 @ 1400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 2648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |